Sylva Bay Academy's game on Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They walked away with an 8-3 win over the Hattiesburg HomeSchool Forerunners. The Saints haven't had any issues with the Forerunners recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
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Ainsley Walley made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, he posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March of 2025. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gage Kennedy, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Levi West, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Sylva Bay Academy now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Hattiesburg HomeSchool, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.
Sylva Bay Academy will square off against Centreville Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The game will give the Saints their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Hattiesburg HomeSchool, they will face off against Laurel HomeSchool at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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